Instruments and controls759Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates if the brake vacuum servo
fails; the brake pedal becomes stiff
when pressed. The brake system
remains operational however,
assistance will be reduced. The
steering may also require
considerably more effort when
turning.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 112.
Brake pad wear F illuminates yellow.
The front brake pads are worn, seek
the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Antilock brake system
(ABS)
u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the
ignition is switched on. The system is
ready for operation when the control
indicator extinguishes.
If the control indicator does not
extinguish after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a
fault in the ABS. The brake system
remains operational but without ABS
regulation.
Antilock brake system 3 112.
Upshift [ or Ò illuminates in the Driver
Information Centre 3 79 when
gearshifting is recommended to
improve fuel economy.
Hill start assist
Z illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
If the control indicator does not
extinguish after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is afault in the Hill start assist. Seek the
assistance of a workshop to have the
fault remedied.
The Electronic Stability Program
(ESP) control indicator x may also
illuminate 3 76 in conjunction with
Z .
Depending on model variant, 9 will
illuminate as an alternative if control
indicator Z is not present. A warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 79.
Generic warning 9 3 73.
Hill start assist 3 113.
Ultrasonic parking assist r illuminates yellow.
Fault in system
or
Fault due to sensors that are dirty or
covered by ice or snow
or
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Interference due to external sources
of ultrasound. Once the source of
interference is removed, the system
will operate normally.
Have the cause of the fault in the
system remedied by a workshop.
Depending on version, 9 will
illuminate as an alternative if control
indicator r is not present. A
warning message may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 79.
Generic warning 9 3 73.
Ultrasonic parking assist 3 116.
Electronic Stability
Program
x illuminates or flashes yellow.
Flashes
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.Illuminates
A fault in the system is present.
Continued driving is possible. Driving
stability, however, may deteriorate
depending on road surface
conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
3 114, Traction control system/Anti-
Slip Regulator (ASR) 3 113.
Engine coolant
temperature $ illuminates red.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
If control indicator $ illuminates in
conjunction with a message in the
Driver Information Centre, the coolant
temperature is too high. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Driver Information Centre 3 79.Caution
If engine coolant temperature is
too high, stop vehicle, switch off
the ignition. Danger to engine.
Check coolant level.
If the control indicator remains on, seek the assistance of your
workshop.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
3 69.
Preheating ! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated. Only
activates when outside temperature
is low.
Diesel particle filter
[ illuminates yellow.
The diesel particle filter requires
cleaning.
Instruments and controls77
Continue driving until
[ extinguishes. If possible, do not
allow engine speed to drop below
2000 rpm.
Illuminates The diesel particle filter is full. Start
cleaning process as soon as
possible.
Diesel particle filter 3 106, Stop-start
system 3 103.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is runningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear (or move selector lever to N).
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer. During an
Autostop the brake servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 127.
Change engine oil
Diesel engines with dieselparticle filter
I flashes red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
The engine oil life monitor lets you know when to change the oil. Control
indicator I will flash, together with a
message in the Driver Information
Centre, to indicate that engine oil life
has been diminished and the oil
needs changing.
Based on driving conditions, the
interval at which an oil change will be
indicated can vary considerably.
Depending on model variant, I may
flash in the following ways:
■ for 1 minute every 2 hours, or
■ for 3 minute cycles with I off for
intervals of 5 seconds.
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The warning will be repeated every
time the engine is started, until the
engine oil is changed and the service display is reset. Seek the assistance
of a workshop.
Service display 3 70.
Low engine oil level
y illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
If the control indicator does not
extinguish after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, the engine
oil level is insufficient.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 127.
Low fuel
$ illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.Illuminates
Level in fuel tank is too low. Refuel
immediately 3 120.
Never run the tank dry.
Catalytic converter 3 107.
Flashes Fault in fuel system.
Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop.
Fuel gauge 3 68.
Drain fuel filter
z illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Indicates the presence of water in the
diesel. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.Immobiliser
d illuminates yellow.
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started.
Stop-start system
Æ illuminates yellow.
A fault is present in the system.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Depending on version, 9 will
illuminate as an alternative if control
indicator Æ is not present. A warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 79.
Generic warning 9 3 73.
Stop-start system 3 103.
Exterior light 8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 88.
Exterior light failure µ illuminates yellow.
Instruments and controls85Vehicle messages
Warning chimes
Only one warning chime will sound at a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
When starting the engine or
whilst driving ■ If seat belt is not fastened.
■ If a certain speed is exceeded with the parking brake applied.
■ If the parking assist detects an object.
■ If a fault is detected in the parking assist.
■ If a door or the tailgate is not fully closed when starting-off.
■ If the vehicle speed briefly exceeds
a set limit.
■ Vehicles with manual transmission automated; neutral is not selectedor the foot brake has not been
depressed.■ If a transmission fault is detected in
vehicles with manual transmission
automated.
■ If a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre.
When the vehicle is parked
and/or the driver's door is
opened ■ When the key is in the ignition switch.
■ Vehicles with manual transmission automated; neutral is not selected,
the parking brake is not applied, or
the foot brake and/or the
accelerator pedal has not been
depressed.
Fuel system messages
Fuel cut-off system
In the event of a collision of a certain
severity, the fuel system is cut-off and
the engine is switched off
automatically, for safety reasons. A
corresponding warning message may also appear in the Driver Information
Centre 3 79.To reset the fuel cut-off system and
enable the vehicle to be driven, refer
to " Vehicle shutdown " 3 103.
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The trip computer will reset
automatically when the maximum
value of any of the parameters is
exceeded.
Average consumption
Average consumption is displayed,
taking into consideration the distance
travelled and the fuel used since the
last reset.
The measurement can be restarted at any time.
Instantaneous consumption Display of the instantaneous fuel
consumption.
_ _ _ _ will appear in the display if the
vehicle is left parked with the engine
running for a long time.
Range
The range is calculated from the
current contents of the fuel tank and
the average consumption since the
last reset.
When the range is less than 30 miles ,
_ _ _ _ will appear in the display.After refuelling, the range is updated
automatically after a brief delay.
The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Notice
The range will not be displayed if the
vehicle is left parked with the engine
running for a long time.
Distance travelled Displays the distance driven since the
last reset.
The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Average speed
The average speed since the last
reset is displayed.
The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Interruptions in the journey with the ignition off are not included in the
calculations.
Travel time (driving time) The time elapsed since the since thelast reset is displayed.The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Exit trip computer
To exit the trip computer, press and
hold the SETq button for more than
2 seconds.
Driver Information Centre 3 79.
Interruption of power supply If the power supply has been
interrupted or if the battery voltage
has dropped too low, the values
stored in the trip computer will be lost.
Lighting89Headlight range
adjustment
Manual headlight range
adjustment
To adapt headlight range to the
vehicle load to prevent dazzling of
other road users: Press À or Á
buttons until the required setting is displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 79.
0=Front seats occupied1=All seats occupied2=All seats occupied and load
compartment laden3=Driver's seat occupied and load
compartment laden
Headlights when driving
abroad
The asymmetrical headlight beam
extends visibility at the edge of the
road at the passenger side.
However, when driving in countries
where traffic drives on the opposite
side of the road, adjust the headlights
to prevent dazzling of oncoming
traffic.
Have the headlights adjusted by a
workshop.
Daytime running lights
Daytime running lights increase
visibility of the vehicle during daylight.
When the function is activated and
the ignition is switched on, the
headlights come on automatically and
instrument illumination is subdued.
The light switch must be in position
§ . The daytime running lights switch
off when the ignition is switched off.
Notice
The driver remains responsible for
switching on the low beam when
required, e.g. when driving through
a tunnel or at night.
When the function is deactivated, the
headlights do not come on
automatically when the ignition is
switched on and the light switch is in
position §.
The daytime running lights function is activated/deactivated via a menu in
the Driver Information Centre 3 79.
Lighting91Rear fog lights
Operated by pressing the r button.
The rear fog light can only be
switched on when both the ignition
and headlights or sidelights (with front
fog lights) are on.
Press the button again to turn the rear fog light off, or turn off the headlights
and/or the front fog lights.
Reversing lights The reversing lights come on when
the ignition is on and reverse gear is
selected.
Misted light covers
The inside of the light covers may mist
up briefly in poor, wet and cold
weather conditions, in heavy rain or
after washing. The mist disappears
quickly by itself; to help, switch on the headlights.Interior lighting
Instrument panel
illumination control When driving at night with the
headlights on, adjust the brightness
of the vehicle's interior lighting
(including instrument panel, climate
control display etc.) via the settings
menu of the Driver Information Centre
3 79.
To adjust brightness:
Standard version of Driver
Information Centre
1. Press the SETq button once to
access the settings menu.
2. Scroll through the menu options using the R or S buttons until
menu option ILLU appears in the
display.